Chappell

Proof that one or two letters can make all the difference: Chapel is a nouveau spiritual word name while Chappell lands firmly in surname territory. They're both pronounced the same.

Pop singer Chappell Roan is the best-known bearer of this name. Born Kayleigh Rose Amstutz, the singer has expressed dislike or her birth name. Her stage name was inspired by her late grandfather, Dennis K. Chappell, and his favorite song, "The Strawberry Roan".

Pronounced CHAP-el.

As of October 2026, Chappell ranked #13545 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #12719 in 1989.